Assistant Teaching Professor, College of Business

Position Details

Position Information

Position Type
Faculty

Faculty Track
Non Tenure

Position Title
Assistant Teaching Professor, College of Business

Employment Status
Full Time

Months
9

Campus
Biddeford, ME

Description

The College of Business (CoB) at the University of New England ( UNE ) invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor in one or more of the following areas (listed in alphabetical order, as there is no priority):

• Accounting
• Business Analytics
• Economics
• Entrepreneurship
• Health Administration (or related field)
• Marketing
• Outdoor Business & Innovation
• Sport Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Sustainable Business

Candidates with a graduate degree, along with strong industry backgrounds and experiences are sought. Teaching, working with students, and ongoing applied engagement with industry are the focus of this position. Teaching professors are full members of the faculty and a vital part of our team within CoB. Our mission is based around experiential education and all faculty are expected to embrace that in their courses, thought leadership, and service.

This is a 9-month position starting in August 2025, with a base salary of $70,000 to $80,000 annually. The successful candidate will join a collegial, engaged team of faculty and professional staff in UNE’s new College of Business that is growing and offering degree programs in many content areas. Graduate programs, professional programs, and online programs are all in our plans for the future.

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2024. For full consideration, applications must be received no later than January 15, 2025. To apply for this position, please submit the following materials:

• Cover letter.
• Curriculum vitae.
• A statement of teaching interests and philosophy (up to 2 pages).
• A statement of industry engagement (up to 1 page).
• Names and contact information for three professional references.

For more information, please visit the CoB website at https://www.une.edu/cob/college-of-business or contact the Chair of the Hiring Committee, Dr. Amir Mousavian, at smousavian@une.edu .

UNE is a private, non-profit, comprehensive university, with the Carnegie Classification of high research activity (R2). Maine’s largest private university, UNE has campuses in Portland and Biddeford, Maine and Tangier, Morocco. The College of Business is primarily located on UNE’s waterfront Biddeford campus, with nearby city-based amenities in Portland (a 30-minute drive) and Boston (a 2-hour drive), with plans for the other campuses in place. UNE’s location in southern Maine affords easy access to forests, mountains, freshwater lakes, rocky coastlines, and sandy beaches. UNE’s seven colleges, including CoB, work closely together and collaborate on considerable interdisciplinary activity.

The CoB is UNE’s newest College, launched in 2023. Its mission statement is below.
The College of Business at the University of New England is a caring and collaborative community that offers a student-centered and technology-driven education. Emphasizing experiential learning, our ecosystem equips graduates with essential skills and knowledge for successful careers through industry-focused programs that promote innovation, teamwork, ethical leadership, a global perspective, and social responsibility.

UNE offers students a highly integrated learning experience that promotes excellence through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in education, research, and service. UNE’s excellence could not happen without a dedicated and talented faculty and professional staff. Our core values include but are not limited to Student Centeredness; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; and Relentless Inquiry. Visit https://www.une.edu/about/mission-vision-and-values to learn about our mission, vision, and core values.

UNE is a great place to work. We boast both a tight-knit community and access to a wide array of degree programs, research opportunities, and cultural events. We have three distinct campuses that combine to offer students a range of different learning experiences. Our two Maine campuses house our nationally recognized undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, while our campus in Tangier, Morocco is home to an innovative semester abroad program. UNE is perennially included on “best colleges lists” by U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Forbes, and others.

UNE also offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees and their dependents. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an 8% match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick and personal time; and educational benefits for both employees and dependent children. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site ( https://www.une.edu/hr/benefits ) for additional information regarding UNE’s fantastic benefits package.

Responsibilities

The school seeks candidates to teach in the College of Business and our undergraduate programs. Courses are offered in the fall and spring semester on the Biddeford campus. The typical teaching load for this position is the equivalent of 12 credits per semester. The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity for excellence in teaching, involvement with industry, the ability to engage in curriculum development and participate in academic recruiting, course and program assessment, and service to the school, college and university. As a full-time faculty member, your workload will include service, student support, and thought leadership, as well as teaching.

Qualifications

A master’s degree in business in the area of your teaching or a related field combined with industry experience is required at the time of appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with a graduate degree in business ( MBA ), those with related accreditations ( CFA, CPA, etc.), or those with a combination of education and professional experience that provide commensurate qualifications. Professional work experience is highly valued for these positions.

Applicants with previous teaching experience are encouraged to apply, as are those who can contribute to the College’s ability to engage with industry, source internships, and place students in future jobs. We especially welcome applications from candidates with executive level work experience.

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.

COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
2022F0166P

Open Date
11/26/2024

Close Date
01/15/2025

Open Until Filled
No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Additional Document (Please see Posting Details for more information)
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation